Good point. That was my first position. However, I am relying on others
who claim that the repair parts are unavailable. But thank you for
reminding me of this concept.
The thermostat is shot. I put a thermometer in the oven and watched it go
well beyond the temperature prescribed at the user interface. The oven
burner doesn't always light promptly, giving fear of explosion. The top
needs a paint job.

"Vox Humana" wrote in message
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"John B" wrote in message
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Edwin Pawlowski got it right.
A "slide in" sits on the ground, and as such, has a vertical height of
perhaps 36" without respect to any backsplash that might be included in
the
model.
As "drop in" has a vertical dimension of about 30", yet when it is
installed, its top is at counter height...about 36". How is this
accomplished? The drop-in rests on the counter, and perhaps on blocks
down
near the floor.
A "drop in" oven specifies a shorter horizontal distance between
surrounding
cabinet and countertop; i.e., closer gap.
The kitchen has beautiful tile work, cabinetry, and coved floor. This
would
have to be massacred to fit a slide-in range. All existing dimensions
are
suited for drop-in, not slide-in or free-standing range.
I have recommended a drop-in electric replacement range, but family
members
who control the situation are opposed to that. They would rather hack
the
kitchen and save money. I am thus trying to find a gas range that will
dispell this threat.

Have you looked into having the existing range refurbished?